Angel Quote by Chris Baty
““There's an old folk saying that goes: whenever you delete a sentence from your NaNoWriMo novel, a NaNoWriMo angel loses its wings and plummets, screaming, to the ground. Where it will likely require medical attention.””
About This Quote
Source Event: NaNoWriMo community guidelines, 2015
Deleting a sentence in a novel is humorously linked to a mythical angel losing its wings.
In simple terms: Removing text can feel disastrous.
Key Takeaway
Edit boldly.
Themes
creativity
writing
humor
process
Mood
playful
lighthearted
Type
motivational
humorous
When to use this quote
- novel drafting
- self‑editing workshops
- author support groups
Key Concepts
Narrative editing
mythic metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears hold you back from cutting?
- How can humor ease editing anxiety?
A Different Perspective
Over‑emphasis on loss may inhibit revision.
